Help! Our Rental Car Got in an Accident, and We Can’t Get Our Security Deposit Back.
Thrifty held on to a couple’s full deposit for over a year after an accident in Australia, refusing to provide the invoice they needed for an insurance claim.
Published: January 22, 2026, 4:08 pm
Travel Trends in 2026: Uncertainty, Face Scans and ‘Microvacations’
Global travel is surging. So is international apprehension. Here’s a look at what travelers can expect in the coming year.
Published: January 22, 2026, 4:38 pm
‘Remarkable Rocks’ and a Koala Named Larry: Adventures on an Australian Island
Kangaroo Island, with its rugged coastline, pristine beaches and many animals, draws a repeat visitor wary about increased development and the island’s recovery from the 2020 wildfires.
Published: January 22, 2026, 3:47 pm
America Turns 250: A Guide to the Coming Festivities
Girl Scouts singing folk songs, a flag-waving party and a Times Square ball drop are among the planned Semiquincentennial celebrations.
Published: January 22, 2026, 2:37 pm
Travel’s Latest Buzzword: ‘Microvacations’
Travelers short on vacation time are embarking on one- to three-day trips that take advantage of time zones and credit card points.
Published: January 21, 2026, 3:52 pm
What Do Young Travelers Want? Exclusive Experiences.
More millennials and Gen Z-ers are planning trips around experiences, and the industry is responding with concerts, dinners and V.I.P. events.
Published: January 21, 2026, 3:47 pm
At Check-In, Your Face Is Increasingly Your ID
Facial recognition at security and immigration checkpoints and gates could ease airport hassles, even as the technology raises privacy concerns.
Published: January 21, 2026, 3:47 pm
Getting Travel Rewards Is Getting Easier
Program updates and new navigation tools help travelers negotiate the increasingly complicated universe of points.
Published: January 21, 2026, 3:46 pm
The New Wave in Wellness Travel: Sound
Wellness destinations are catering to guests with live music, vibration treatments and special domes built to calm nerves and soothe frazzled spirits.
Published: January 21, 2026, 3:46 pm
In Europe, the Allure of Summer Travel Keeps Dimming
A big shift to spring, fall or even winter vacations in touristy, hot-weather cities like Barcelona, Florence and Athens shows no signs of slowing down.
Published: January 21, 2026, 3:46 pm
For Travelers in 2026, Prices Are All Over the Map
Luxury travelers can expect to pay more than they did last year, while budget travelers might get a break.
Published: January 21, 2026, 3:44 pm
The New Wild Card on Travelers’ Itineraries: Uncertainty
Politics, military action and climate change have increased risk for destinations that once seemed like sure bets, forcing travelers to change how they plan.
Published: January 21, 2026, 3:43 pm
Want a Real Vacation? Leave Your Phone at Home.
Five getaways, and other tips for disengaging on holiday.
Published: January 22, 2026, 4:35 pm
Dolly Parton fans can now book stays at her upcoming hotel in Nashville
Dolly Parton's SongTeller Hotel in downtown Nashville is now taking reservations for its summer 2026 opening. The music-themed property features a variety of venues.
Published: January 22, 2026, 4:30 pm
Stunning remnant from Thomas Jefferson's favorite wine, plus Victorian children's scribbles found in dig
Victorian children's marbles and a school tablet with handwriting were discovered by archaeologists in London, revealing fascinating details about the East End's history.
Published: January 22, 2026, 11:00 am
World's most famous museum slams doors to visitors as employee revolt continues
The Louvre museum closed to tourists Monday due to employee strikes over pay and working conditions that have been disrupting operations since last summer.
Published: January 21, 2026, 5:45 pm
Rare and original American founding documents to fly on Freedom Plane across nation
America's rare founding documents, including the original Declaration of Independence engraving, will travel to eight cities on the Freedom Plane for America's 250th.
Published: January 21, 2026, 3:34 pm
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